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The pathology departments at NTH and STH are working collaboratively to develop a joint service with services being delivered on both hospital sites. This will require cross site working as appropriate.
An opportunity has arisen for a well-motivated and enthusiastic HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Biochemistry Department at University Hospital of North Tees. The department provides a comprehensive and high quality service to the acute hospital and General Practitioners in the Stockton, Hartlepool and East Durham areas.
Although the IBMS specialist diploma is a requirement, applications will be welcome from those within 3 months of completion of the qualification.
You will be required to work as part of a team to undertake a full range of Biochemistry tests and will assist the department in maintaining UKAS accreditation.
Good communications skills, teamwork and an aptitude for problem solving are essential, as is a flexible attitude to work and willingness to adapt to changes in working practice.
You will be required to fully participate in a working pattern allowing the laboratory to process specimens 24 hours a day, providing a 7 days a week service.
The Department has UKAS accreditation and IBMS training approval and encourages continuous professional development.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction of the Biochemistry Management Team, the post holder will be required to perform the routine day to day operations within the Biochemistry department, rotating between all sections within the specialty following approved methodologies and procedures. To assist in the training and development of Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants and other staff grades according to departmental policy. It is expected that the post holder will have a considerable degree of autonomy and will be able to work unsupervised for significant periods. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
HCPC registration IBMS Specialist portfolio Desirable
MSc Biomedical Science Leadership qualification Experience
Essential
Minimum of 2 years' experience post registration working in a Clinical Blood Transfusion and Haematology Laboratory. Out of Hours Shift experience. Experience of training staff Desirable
Lead role in a specialist area of blood Transfusion or Haematology Skills
Essential
Able to communicate and maintain good relations with all levels of staff Willing to attend courses and conferences to keep up to date and disseminate knowledge Desirable
Negotiation and problem solving skills Familiar with principles of LEAN Skills
Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable
Calm when under pressure Positive attitude Focused on best interests of patients Employer details
Employer name
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust Address
UHNT Hardwick Road Stockton on Tees TS19 8PE Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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Under the direction of the Biochemistry Management Team, the post holder will be required to perform the routine day to day operations within the Biochemistry department, rotating between all sections within the specialty following approved methodologies and procedures. To assist in the training and development of Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants and other staff grades according to departmental policy. It is expected that the post holder will have a considerable degree of autonomy and will be able to work unsupervised for significant periods. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
HCPC registration IBMS Specialist portfolio Desirable
MSc Biomedical Science Leadership qualification Experience
Essential
Minimum of 2 years' experience post registration working in a Clinical Blood Transfusion and Haematology Laboratory. Out of Hours Shift experience. Experience of training staff Desirable
Lead role in a specialist area of blood Transfusion or Haematology Skills
Essential
Able to communicate and maintain good relations with all levels of staff Willing to attend courses and conferences to keep up to date and disseminate knowledge Desirable
Negotiation and problem solving skills Familiar with principles of LEAN Skills
Essential
Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable
Calm when under pressure Positive attitude Focused on best interests of patients Employer details
Employer name
North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust Address
UHNT Hardwick Road Stockton on Tees TS19 8PE Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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